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Livable Communities

AARP seeks to improve older adults’ quality of life by promoting the development of safe, accessible and vibrant environments often called livable communities. Livable communities policies address issues such as land use, housing, transportation and broadband — all of which facilitate aging in place.

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Livable Communities Topics

The availability, affordability and variety of housing options is inextricably connected to the overall quality of life in a community.

Older adults need transportation to the places and services that support their independence. Policies that encourage adequate, safe and accessible transportation infrastructure and services help people of all ages stay active and engaged in their communities.

People of all ages need and deserve to have affordable, reliable and high-quality telecommunications and energy service where they live and work. It is essential to health, economic welfare and overall quality of life.

Much of the work of the Public Policy Institute’s Livable Communities team is crosscutting in nature, covering the topics of land use, transportation and housing under a single title. It also includes emerging work on the linkage between health and community environments.

Livable Communities Video Series

Housing

Other Housing Videos

Transportation

Other Transportation Videos

Active Living for All Ages

Other Placemaking Videos

Team Blogs

Other Resources

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Sites: (aarp.org/livable)

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